Elementary School Library, Media and Information Specialist, Norwell Public Schools, Norwell, MA

Posted April 28, 2015

General Duties:

Work with students, teachers, and district library personnel to integrate library, technology, and media skills into the general curriculum; provide expertise in research and work with students and teachers to develop a knowledge and skill set for evaluating research and media in a variety of formats; establish a professional and inviting learning environment in the elementary school library/media center; and assist with overall district library/media program.

Reports to: School Principal

Qualifications:

1. Hold or be eligible for a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Library License required; additional Instructional Technology License desired;
2. A graduate degree in school library science, instructional technology, or related field;
3. Successful experience as a school media and technology specialist, preferably at the elementary school level; and
4. Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities below as evidenced by course work, educational experience and/or system-wide professional activities, and the interview process.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement appropriate orientation programs for students and staff which will enable them to become users of the library/media center resources;
2. Build and maintain a current collection of age appropriate literature that highlights notable authors and award winners, connects to the curricula, supports literacy initiatives, and instills an overall love of literature;
3. Work with students and staff on strategies of how to choose reading level appropriate literature;
4. Assist students and staff in developing general technology skills necessary to thrive in a technologically advanced society;
5. Teach and co-teach research, media, or technology courses, assisting teachers in becoming independent users and instructors;
6. Actively seek ways to support teachers’ curriculum needs and assist with integrating research and technology into the curriculum;
7. Research and consult with teachers on integration of appropriate multimedia technology based upon curriculum goals, instructional objectives, and specific learning needs;
8. Assist teachers in designing instructional environments in which students can interpret and analyze information using technology;
9. Assist students and staff in developing skills necessary for independent research and reference work;
10. Provide basic instruction in use of library/media center resources such as online databases;
11. Establish and implement efficient procedures to catalog all materials for the elementary school library/media center, using Follett Destiny and/or other software programs; maintain complete and accurate inventory of all materials including technology; and assist with cataloguing for other school libraries;
12. Coordinate services of volunteers to provide quality service to teachers and students;
13. Establish library/media center procedures and maintain high behavioral standards for patrons;
14. Coodinate and cooperate with each school library, the Norwell Public Library, and libraries outside of the district;
15. Develop, promote, and schedule library/media center programs, routines, and group usage;
16. Organize and oversee distribution of media equipment and provide technical set-up as needed;
17. Research and evaluate hardware and software for applications, compatibility, and appropriateness, and convey the results to building and district administrators;
18. Work with administration to procure relevant materials necessary to maintain a current collection and high level of service;
19. Assume responsibility for ongoing professional development and re-certification, remaining current with developments in technology, media and instruction; and
20. Perform other duties as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or designee.

Terms of Employment and Evaluation: In accordance with School Committee policy and the collective bargaining agreement.

Application Process: An informative letter of interest, resume, completed application form, proof of current licensure, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and at least three (3) current letters of reference must be received at the address below no later than 12:00 p.m., Monday, May 4, 2015. Please address all inquiries and application materials to:

Library, Media and Information Specialist
Norwell Public Schools
322 Main Street
Norwell, MA 02061
781-659-8800 (Phone)
781-659-8805 (Fax)
[email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Norwell Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, ancestry, or disability in its admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.